A patient who is still intoxicated has been admitted for detoxification at the treatment center.The nurse takes into consideration that the patient will be supported in his withdrawal with the use of:
A) psychotherapy support only.
B) heavy doses of opioids to keep the patient sedated for 72 hours.
C) symptomatic relief until substance has cleared from his system.
D) titrated amounts of alcohol until severe withdrawal is over.
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